The 2003 escape has a timing belt - but it is not the sort of belt that can cause havoc and internal damage to the engine if it breaks. If it breaks, the engine simply won't run until you replace the broken belt - but the engine won't slam into itself - as it were.
It doesn't have one. It is a slip fit, flex belt that self tensions.
change belt on 2003 escape
your water pump and or alternator is frozen ( broken )
Is the belt missing? Maybe the tensioner is broken. your belt must be broken and missing ,that is about the only answer.
Yes. Most cars are interference motors, this means if the belt breaks, there will be engine damage( bent valves, possible broken pistons). If it is a none interference motor, it will crank, but won't start.
I'd check the water pump. I'm assuming you replaced the broken belt.
How do you change a timing belt on a 1999 Plymouth Breeze belt was broken?
If your engine is overheating rapidly it could be because your fan belt is broken If the fan belt is broken, your car will over heat.
Broken fan belt? Seized water pump?
About $300 for just the belt. $599 for the belt, new water pump and idler and tesioner pullies.
Can be a number of things such as a dead battery, damaged starter, broken belt..etc. Ask your local mechanic